The engine’s valves are able to open and close at the appropriate times throughout each cylinder’s intake and exhaust strokes thanks to the timing belt, which synchronizes the crankshaft and camshaft motion.
An interference engine also needs a timing belt to function properly. In this type of engine, the timing belt or chains are used to keep the piston from contacting the valves.
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How to change timing belt on Toyota Hilux
Contrary to popular belief, replacing the timing belt on your Hilux is significantly easier. You will need the following pieces of equipment, though, before you start.
- Timing belt for a new Toyota Hilux, provided by Milner’s
- Spanners
- Sockets
- leather gloves
It’s time to repair your timing belt now that you have the aforementioned materials on hand. To change a timing belt successfully, adhere to the guidelines listed below.
*Please remember to find out how many teeth your replacement timing belt needs to have in order to fit before you purchase one for your Hilux.
- Taking out the battery
- Intercooler cover removal
- Timing belt cover removal
- Timing belt marks alignment
- the timing belt is removed
- replacing the timing belt
Disconnecting the Toyota Hilux Battery
- Disconnect the battery’s earth terminal.
- Taking off the intercooler cap on a Toyota Hilux
- intercooler cover off. Captive bolts should be stored safely. This is how your intercooler will seem.
- Put the intercooler cover somewhere secure.
- If the oil cover is blocking the intercooler cover removal, remove it.
- Reinstall the oil cover after removing the intercooler cover.
- If it is a fan belt, remove it.
Removal of Toyota Hilux timing belt cover
- Bolts on the timing belt cover should be removed. Put bolts in a secure location.
- The timing belt is revealed when the timing belt cover is removed. Put the timing belt cover somewhere secure.
Aligning the Toyota Hilux timing belt marks
- The highlighted groove will be on the upper timing wheel. Make sure this groove is pointed in the direction of the timing wheel’s alignment arrow.
- Rotate the engine if your alignment groove doesn’t line up with your alignment arrow. You can do this by using your socket to locate the crank and turning it counterclockwise to line up the groove with the alignment arrow.
- You might also need to line up the alignment arrow with the groove on the bottom of the timing wheels.
- In order to release the tension from the belt and allow the tensioner to swing out of the way, locate the timing belt plunger (piston) and remove the bolts. Put the bolts somewhere secure.
- Remove the IDLER wheel and pulley to further ease the tension.
Fitting the new Toyota Hilux timing belt
- It’s frequently simpler to attach the replacement timing belt to the bottom wheel first and the top wheel last. Make sure your belt is secure.
- Make sure the alignment indicators and arrows are lined up as well.
- Make sure the timing belt teeth are in the grooves and haven’t come out by feeling underneath the bottom pulley.
- To clean the old washer and bolt and get rid of any grit or grime, grab your new IDLER wheel. In the new IDLER wheel, screw in your bolt and washer.
- Replace the previous IDLER wheel with the new one.
- Install the new timing belt tensioner in the spot where the previous one was.
- Retighten all the fasteners on the aforementioned components.
- Once all bolts are securely fastened, you can release the timing belt plunger pin to tighten the replacement belt.
- Aligning the marker to the arrow, turn the engine in a full circle while using the socket on the crank as before. This is done to make sure everything you did was correct and the belt didn’t fall off.
- Securely reattach the timing belt cover.
- Securely reattach the intercooler cover.
- re-secure the battery.
We strongly suggest having a pro change your timing belt. But if you’re feeling up to it and you follow the instructions above, you ought to be able to change the timing belt successfully.
Please be aware. Milner Off Road is not liable for any harm you might cause to your car because this is only a guide.
Toyota Hilux timing belt replacement intervals
Almost every auto owner wonders how frequently they should change their timing belt.
As a result of advancements in both technology and automobiles, several manufacturers now advise intervals of up to 100,000 miles rather than the previous standard of 60,000.
Timing belt replacement for the Toyota Hilux is advised every 100,000 miles or every six years, whichever comes first.
However, this figure may change based on how frequently you drive your car and how much care you give it.
For that extra peace of mind, it can be worthwhile to replace the timing belt sooner if you operate your Hilux frequently and roughly.
Toyota Hilux timing belt replacement cost
Depending on whether you choose an independent mechanic or a franchise shop, the cost to replace a Toyota Hilux timing belt can range from 80 to 600 dollars.
However, if you change the timing belt yourself using our guide, you can save money because you will only need to purchase the necessary components.
Can I change the timing belt on my own?
It does need some engine knowledge to replace a timing belt and water pump, so if you don’t have much expertise working under the hood, we advise leaving it to the experts. However, if you prefer making your own repairs and restorations, you can do it yourself and avoid paying hefty repair expenses in the process.
Starting with the tools you’ll need, we’ll walk you through the replacement of a timing belt and water pump step by step.
What You’ll Need to Replace the Water Pump and Timing Belt
- Wrench socket set
- tools for driving screws, such as Philips and slot drive
- Set of Allen keys
- jar or bucket (for collecting coolant)
- bags made of plastic and a permanent marker (for labelling nuts, bolts and parts you remove from the engine)
- Tip-Ex, white chalk, and white paint (for marking the cogs for simpler reassembly)
- a fresh timing belt
- a fresh water pump
- new antifreeze/coolant
Step 1: Preparation
Get your car and work area ready first. Depending on your degree of experience, changing a timing belt and water pump can take anywhere from one to three hours, so make sure you have the time and space necessary. Before you begin, carry out the following:
- To reach the undercarriage beneath the engine, jack up the front of the automobile.
- Since coolant will spill out when you remove the water pump, place a bucket underneath it. To find the pump, see your car’s manual.
- Prepare all of your tools, and have bags and a pen on available to name and store the engine parts you remove.
- Before starting, make sure the engine is entirely cool.
- To stop the engine from spinning while you’re removing the timing belt, put the engine in drive and use the handbrake.
Step 2: Removing the Belts
You must first remove the fan belt and power steering belt because they are located next to the cover that protects the timing belt and water pump. To remove the belts, take the following actions:
- The fasteners holding the alternator in place should be loosened. The fan belt can then be removed by lightly tapping it.
- To access the timing case and crankshaft pulley, do the same with the power steering belt by moving it aside.
- Crankshaft pulley: Loosen. To access the engine and remove the bolt, you’ll need a long wrench arm.
Is there a timing belt or chain on a Toyota Hilux?
Toyota is a Japanese automaker that produces the Hilux pick-up truck. It has eight generations under its belt and has been produced since 1968. It can be purchased with a variety of body types, including cab chassis, camper, SUV, etc., but the pick-up is the most widely used design. Some even evolved into new models; the Toyota Trekker, for example, which was originally the Hilux wagon type.
The Hilux has been offered with a wide range of engines over the course of its existence, from the most basic to V6 engines. The Hilux has also distinguished itself throughout the years for its high level of dependability. Due to its durability and versatility, the Toyota Hilux is a very useful vehicle to drive in environments like the desert, thus it is no surprise that it has participated in the Rally Dakar every year. The SsangYong Musso, the Nissan Navara, the Isuzu D-Max, and the Ford Ranger are among of its rivals.